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Audi A3 Suspension problems by year

11 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Audi A3's suspension. Broken springs, struts, control arms, ball joints, noises and alignment that won't hold.

Suspension complaints by model year

YearSuspension complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
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Latest A3 suspension complaints

2016 Audi A3SuspensionLightsBody, doors & structureCrash1 injury

This vehicle was involved in a rear end collision in late 2025. The vehicle was just sold at auction with a clean title even though it has frame damage that is more than 100% of the cost of this vehicle. It is sold with a clean title and I am worried that a used car dealership will try to sell it with no accident history and clean title to an unsuspecting person.

Filed Incident Suspension · Exterior lighting · StructureNHTSA 11714479
2016 Audi A3SuspensionElectrical systemAirbags

Air bag light comes on when no on is in the passenger seat, the coolant light is coming on saying turn engine off when my coolant level is fine, the suspension cracks even though I have had this checked by Audi in Birmingham, Al. multiple times.

Filed Incident Suspension · Electrical system · Air bagsNHTSA 11467920
2007 Audi A3SteeringSuspensionTransmission & drivetrain

My car stald on me at a shopping center located on 32nd street north of mcdowell rd in phoenix,az. It anti locked on me and was not able to start vehicle. Due to this my car was towed from establishment to a tow garage and is still thier. Im unable to take it out due to I dont have the amount to pay it due to I am a single parent and I dont have a job at moment and I recieve unemployment and the car I still owe to car company called second chance auto sales located on 34thst and van buren in phoenix arizona and...

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from my undrrstanding this vehicle has 3 recall issues that I wasnt aware of. My vehicle started acting wierd prior to incident but no mechanic wanted to look at it and I requested help from the company own mechanic and he too never helped me out. I have all info and phone numbers where to reach company's regsrds to this situation.

Filed Incident Steering · Suspension · Power trainNHTSA 11341408
2015 Audi A3Suspension

Clicking or clunking noises from the front end suspension. Asked my dealer about it and they said they couldn't duplicate it. The moment I got back into it reoccurred when I went over a bump. I've noticed may complains/audi tsbs posted about the rear end and the front end. Lubrication required or remounting/replacing the shock mounts.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11130450
2015 Audi A3SuspensionTransmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise control

3 Issues: 1. After initial start-up, the car jumps gears and jolts forward for the first 3-5 minutes of operation, especially at lower speeds. This has been consistent since the car was purchased brand new in january 2015. 2. Also, at higher speeds (65-85mph), the car shakes noticeably - the wheels/tires have been rotated and realigned multiple times but mechanics have said it is an internal transmission issue. 3. Lastly, the tpms will come on every month and need resetting despite tire pressure being intact.

Filed Incident Suspension · Power train · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 10732381
2006 Audi A3Suspension

The car swivels sideways even on good, flat roads and at low speeds. It's been happening quite frequently and I don't feel safe driving it, knowing that it can shift to the sides and can hit the car next to me. I've heard this is a cupping or feathering effect and I've read that this particular brand and model is prone to developing such issues. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10512368
2006 Audi A3Suspension

Car suspension/setup leads to excessive tire wear. Latest set of tires (falcon) are cupped at 10,000. Has happened to three prior sets of tires (total of 4 sets at 80,000 miles). Dealer claims it is the wrong tire composition, but offers no solution other than buying the expensive continental tiers they sell. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10368191
2008 Audi A3Suspension

I have a suspension problem with my audi a3 that has cupped the tires to the point of destruction. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10340184
2006 Audi A3Suspension

2006 Audi a3 rear wheel vibration/suspension "looseness" and tire cupping. Excessive noise at normal speeds. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10333927
2007 Audi A3SuspensionWheels & tires

My 2007 audi a3 has severe, unbearable tire noise regardless of mileage on the tires. I replaced my 1st set of pirelli p6 all seasons way before their tread was worn out due to the road noise only to find that the noise would soon return after approx. 7500 Miles on the replacement set. I cannot replace tires every 7500-10000 miles. *Tr

Filed Incident Suspension · TiresNHTSA 10318555
2006 Audi A3Suspension

Chronic tire cupping due to a mismatch between vehicle specifications, such as weight, and suspension type. After experiencing this problem myself and then researching the issue online on multiple discussion boards the same problem is mentioned over and over again. Assessment by experienced mechanic is that cause must be inappropriate suspension system. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10272929

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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